SCHOLARSHIP DETAILS

Two scholarships will be made available and awarded upon donor approval.

Application Cycle: January 11, 2024-March 11, 2024

Deadline to Submit: March 11, 2024 @ 5PM MST
Award Amount: $2,000 to Fort Lewis College or local vocational school of recipient’s choice. The scholarship can be applied to tuition, books, and materials required for the subject of study. Payment will be made directly to Fort Lewis College or the student’s choice local vocational school.
Selection: Recipients will be selected by the DEF Scholarship Committee, in conjunction with the Newbold Family. An interview may be required of finalists.

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ELIGIBILITY AND REQUIREMENTS

-Students must attend Durango High School or Big Picture High School, prepared to graduate in good academic and behavioral standing;

-Four-year cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above. Please note: GPA is not the sole determinant of the award;

-Recipient will be planning to pursue post-secondary vocation at a local vocational institution or academic education at Fort Lewis College;

-Recipient may pursue any field of study;

-Student should demonstrate character, focus, and dedication to pursuing further education.

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INDIVIDUAL SCHOLARSHIP REQUIREMENTS

1) A COMPLETE APPLICATION

2) -Current transcript including senior year mid-term grades showing a sustained 4-year cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above. Please note: a complete senior transcript showing sustained GPA may be required before award is remitted to Fort Lewis College or local Vocational School
3)Two Letters of Recommendation (LORs) from teachers who have worked closely with you during high school

4) #1 College and Career Essay: What are your education and career goals? What makes you passionate about this future path? What have you done, so far, to pursue these future goals? What will you be doing 1 and 5 years after college graduation? (600 words maximum) 

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